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l do not know which classes to take. I am getting confused by all these titles AED, Family and Friends, etc etc.

l just need something very basic since l will be working with most children and other certified adults.

l supposed l should sign up for the HeartSaver CPR and First Aid courses, correct?

 

American Heart Association CPR and First Aid Certification (Montessori Teacher Assistant)

Heartsaver CPR and First Aid will be sufficient. AED is a defibrillator (it is a good idea to learn how to work an AED if the school you work in has one- if not, there really isnt a point.) Most CPR classes will bring out a defibrillator and briefly show you how to work it but you will not really learn how to use it unless you take a special course. Each course is between 2-4 hours.

 

American Heart Association CPR and First Aid Certification (Montessori Teacher Assistant)

Log onto the American heart Assoc website.
You will need a CPR class that includes infant, child and adult. All CPR classes should include AED. (Automated External Defibrillator) Then you need a basic first aide class which is about a 4 hr class. This will teach you basic skills for minor injury, or until more help arrives.